Tuifly to lease up to 32 pilots to Eurowings for 737 Max 8 rollout
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- Tuifly will lease up to 32 pilots to Eurowings for an 18‑month period starting in April 2027 and ending in November 2028, pending approval by the VC union.
- The pilots will support Eurowings as it introduces the Boeing 737 Max 8 over the next two years, replacing its older Airbus A319s, and the deal includes changes to the collective bargaining agreement and a monthly lump‑sum payment to the pilots.
Why it matters
The pilot lease facilitates Eurowings’ fleet modernization to the 737 Max 8, potentially improving operational efficiency and capacity.
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